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February 24th, 2024 at 08:22 am

I am writing this as I came home for the weekend to see my parents.  I have a feeling this could be it for my dad.  I've certainly felt this way since we left on NYD.  I picked this weekend because it was the first we had free and I usually have been timing my visits about 8 weeks apart.  

I flew in today and the current plan is to fly out Tuesday on the red eye home.  But my gut is telling me my dad was waiting for me to come say good and tell him okay I'm here to support my mom you can go.  Last night my mom says he told her he's going to die soon, in his minute of lucidity.  He has dementia and is rarely awake. I've been here the afternoon and he's only opened his mouth to eat, I fed him, but he didn't open his eyes and he didn't say my name.

I didn't want to tell my friends or husband why I thought I was coming because it sounds really stupid to be able to predict death.  I read the hospice book gone from my sight and I can definitely see changes.  But it's strange how my dad has been able to hang on.  It seems unreal to be honest.  To be surviving this barely eating, barely awake but still here, mostly in a comatose state.  But seeing him makes me wonder does he last another 2 months like this?  I can't understand how but it doesn't appear like he's fading very fast.

I'll see if I change my tickets.  

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10 Responses to “thoughts on death”

  1. Lots of Ideas Says:
    February 24th, 2024 at 11:41 am 1708774869
    1708774869

    I am sorry you have reached this difficult stage of adulthood.

    I am a firm believer that except when trauma is involved, people go when they are ready.
    Sometimes they wait for people to be there.
    Sometimes they wait until they are alone with the angels.
    Being able to say goodbye is an incredible gift. You’ve received that now.
    If your mom needs you there and your life permits you to stay, I would trust your gut.

    Wishing you peace with your decision.

  2. Turtle Lover Says:
    February 24th, 2024 at 03:35 pm 1708788918
    1708788918

    I'm glad you are able to type out your feelings here.
    Prayers for you and your family

  3. CB in the City Says:
    February 24th, 2024 at 03:38 pm 1708789115
    1708789115

    Lots of Ideas said it all very well. The end stage of life is very difficult for all concerned. But it is part of the bargain -- the gift of life comes with inevitable death. It is your father's time, whether it goes quickly or slowly. You have been a good daughter, and just being his daughter is the greatest gift you can give him now.

  4. terri77 Says:
    February 24th, 2024 at 05:36 pm 1708796214
    1708796214

    I’m so sorry your family is going through this.

  5. Carol B. Says:
    February 24th, 2024 at 09:35 pm 1708810541
    1708810541

    Wishing you and your family the best during this hard time.

  6. LivingAlmostLarge Says:
    February 25th, 2024 at 04:23 am 1708834990
    1708834990

    Thank you. The hospice nurse comes Monday and I think we'll see what she says

  7. PatientSaver Says:
    February 26th, 2024 at 02:54 pm 1708959290
    1708959290

    I'm so sorry. Such a tough time. I saw my mother for the last time just an hour before her death. She also appeared to be in a comatose state, or sleeping, when I saw her. Although she was not conscious, I told her I loved her and that it was okay for her to go. Not long after I got back home, I got a call telling me she had passed.

  8. Brunette Says:
    February 26th, 2024 at 08:40 pm 1708980056
    1708980056

    I'm so sorry. I lost my dad 4.5 years ago and we all knew the end was near. I think of it as God giving us peace, so we know when it's coming and giving us a little time to prepare for it. May you feel God's peace in this difficult time.

  9. Dido Says:
    February 27th, 2024 at 06:29 pm 1709058561
    1709058561

    I am so sorry for what you and your family are going through, and I wish him a peaceful passing.

  10. LivingAlmostLarge Says:
    February 27th, 2024 at 07:02 pm 1709060548
    1709060548

    Thank you very much.

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